Name: Sanctuary Mandela
Address: 4 13th avenue Houghton estate, Johannesburg, South Africa, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Rating: 9.6

Guest reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Based on 62 verified reviews

Facilities

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Service

10

Bongi

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wish we could have stayed longer. This place is pure perfection, with a sprinkle of customisation that makes each individual guest feel special. Kagiso was our waiter for lunch and supper and very attentive. We will be back again!!!

10

Shekkola

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Every aspect of our stay was intentionally welcoming. From the welcome beverages to the bedside treat, we felt cared for every moment of our stay. The tour of the sanctuary allowed us to have an inside look into the life of Nelson Mandela. Each person at the sanctuary told us more about the beautiful history of his time there. We highly recommend a stay at the sanctuary to all who visit Johannesburg. The meals were exceptional and designed with a global perspective. Each dish has its own story. There is amazing variety.

10

Jamye

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Upon arrival, the staff greeted us by saying, “Welcome Home”. I have never received such a warm reception of hospitality by a hotel. The dinner, the rooms, the staff, the jazz brunch, and the tour, were amazing!! I am already planning my next stay. My only regret, is wishing I knew about the hotel sooner.

10

Michelle B

4 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Love this place. I felt right at home. I would definitely recommend. The place is beautiful and very well made. I didn’t care for the dinner menu and the breakfast was served cold. I ordered pancakes and bacon. I would still recommend this lovely es. We celebrated our anniversary and they had some really nice for us when returning from dinner

10

SERGIO

17 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel and the staff are amazing! We felt at home all the time, they take care of every little detail, cant recommend it enough

4 13th avenue Houghton estate, Johannesburg, South Africa

Location

With a stay at Sanctuary Mandela in Johannesburg (Houghton Estate), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Nelson Mandela Foundation and Johannesburg Zoo. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Rosebank Mall and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Melrose Arch Shopping Centre.

Nelson Mandela Foundation(0.4 Miles)

Killarney Golf Club(0.8 Miles)

James and Ethel Grey Park(1.1 Miles)

Houghton Golf Club(1.5 Miles)

The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center(1.7 Miles)

Satyagraha House(1.7 Miles)

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Property policies

Check-in instructions

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Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 00:00

Before 11:00

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Optional extras

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FAQs

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and additional charges may apply.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of ZAR 975 per person (one-way) and can be arranged by contacting the property with arrival details before travel.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, including the registration desk and bathrooms.

The hotel is located in Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, within a 5-minute drive of the Nelson Mandela Foundation and Johannesburg Zoo. It is approximately 1.7 miles from Rosebank Mall and 2 miles from Melrose Arch Shopping Centre.

Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests.

Children are welcome at the property, and those aged 15 and older can check in.

Sanctuary Mandela

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